Making Our Happily Ever After

He's Here!

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Joseph Parker arrived December 4th, 2011. We are so happy that he is a part of our family and love our open adoption! Grace is the best big sister. We are currently waiting to finalize his adoption in either May or June. We love our family of 4 but we will be hoping to adopt again soon.

In the mean time... If you, or someone you know, is looking to place a child for adoption, here are some of my favorite families who are hoping to adopt.

Mary and Merrill are amazing with their son Max. Mary has become a really great friend to me and I have seen first hand what an incredible mother she is.

I met Trine online and we have been a support for each other through our adoption journeys. They are amazing parents and such a sweet couple.

I went to high school with Danelle and have gotten to know her more over the years. Their dog is our puppies mom. They have an amazing home and take care of so many animals. They have a ton of land and a great space to run around. Their children are adorable and very sweet!

Once Upon A Time...

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. . .There was a King and Queen.

They longed for a child, but for years their dream did not come true. Finally, they decided to search for a Fairy Birth Mother. They knew this would bring their miracle to them and bless them with a child. After searching and searching, they finally found a Fairy Birth Mother who brought them a little Princess.

A short while later another Fairy Birth Mother brought them a little Prince.

They love having 2 sweet miracles in their Palace but would love even more. So the King and Queen began their search again for another Fairy Birth Mother. They know she is out there and cannot wait to meet her. They are so excited to welcome another Prince or Princess into their home to help complete their Happily Ever After.

Dear Friends,

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Thank you so much for taking the time to get to know us. We are so excited to be able to get to know you soon also! We can only imagine how very difficult this time is for you and we pray for you daily. We pray that you can feel peace and love from our Heavenly Father while you are faced with this decision.

After several years of trying to get pregnant, we were told our chances of conceiving were very slim. We had the choice of going through expensive treatments that were not guaranteed or pursuing adoption. After much prayer and fasting, we decided that we would grow our family through adoption and we have never looked back. Adoption has been the biggest miracle that has come in to our lives. We love watching our family grow not only with our children, but with their birth parents and families.

Though we have always felt a great love and respect for birth parents, that love has grown exponentially as our relationship with Grace's and Joey's birth parents grows. We know we cannot be parents without these wonderful people and hold their love and feelings very close to our hearts. We want our children to not just hope or believe, but to know that they have birth parents who love them. We also want our children to know their birth parents throughout their lives. There will never be a day that our children don't know that they are adopted and that they are loved by their birth parents. We are very comfortable with an open adoption and hope to build a lasting relationship with our children's birth parents, because there can never be too many people in a child's life that love and care for them. We celebrate adoption and the joy that it has brought into our lives.

We look forward to getting to know you and cannot wait to welcome you into our hearts. Since we first made the decision to adopt, we have been praying for you. Even though we may not know each other yet, we already have so much love for you. If you would like to find out more about our family, feel free to email us at RobbyandAngeeAdopt@gmail.com.

With Love, Robby, Angee, Grace, and Joey

Fairy Tale Beginning

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These were our engagement pictures

We met in our Single's ward while we were both going to college. After a few misunderstandings, Robby completely ignoring Angee, and Angee dating Robby's roommate instead and that not working out, Robby finally got the courage to ask Angee on a date. Robby called around 3 in the afternoon and asked if Angee wanted to attend a wedding with him that night. She said she did. Then he told her that they had to leave in less than an hour because the wedding was over 2 hours away. Angee had to frantically change from the pajamas she was lounging in, into a dress fit for a wedding. We talked the entire ride there and back and quickly knew that we wanted to spend all our time together. 2 days later, Angee drove 3 hours to meet Robby's family. The next day, Robby drove the 3 hours back and met Angee's family. We quickly fell in love and were inseparable. 2 months (exactly) from our first date, Robby proposed to Angee. She said yes and then, on our 6 month anniversary, we were sealed in the Mesa, Arizona Temple.

King of the Castle

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Robby on our wedding day. He volunteered to wear the pink tie, I swear. :)

Robby meeting our twin nephews, David and Erik, for the first time.

Robby with our nephew Connor at Disneyland.

Robby and Connor at his families extended Family Reunion in Nevada. They had so much fun running around while camping.

Robby LOVES to race Go-Karts. He's pretty competitive but it's ok, because he's really good.

Robby in front of California Adventure. Halloween time was a lot of fun this last year.

Robby's favorite thing in the world, snuggling with Grace.

Grace has Robby wrapped around her baby finger, and he would't have it any other way

Robby loves his little princess.

Robby adores having a son. They have such a special bond.

Robby grew up in Yuma, Arizona. He is the oldest of 4 kids. His sister, Alyssa, lives in Yuma with her husband and 3 kids Connor (4), Jake (2), and Clara (born in January 2011). His younger brother Rees lives in Phoenix and is currently working. His youngest brother, Ryan, is currently serving his mission in the Phillipines and is coming home this July. His dad is a Civil Engineer and his mom works in a dental office and they still live in Yuma.

Robby was a swimmer growing up. He has also always been interested in technology and took many courses in college in Web Development. He currently works full time but hopes to in the future grow his business and be able to work from home.

As told by Angee: Robby loves to read, play guitar, relax, watch movies, and learn. He is constantly learning new things and just soaks up as much information as possible. He is a very hard worker and puts his whole heart and soul into everything he does. He is always smiling and cheerful. He's a goof-ball sometimes but he can always put a smile on my face.

Robby is an incredible dad to both of our children. Any time one of them cries, he is the quickest one to jump up to help. He volunteers for diaper changes and tucks them both in for bed every night. He also loves to sneak into their rooms after they are asleep just to give them one last kiss before we go to sleep. He is so wonderful with all 5 of our nephews and our 2 nieces. He loves every age but his favorite is brand new babies. When our first niece, Clara, was born, he held her every second we saw her and wouldn't let any one else hold her. He is my best friend and I count my lucky stars every day that I met him and that he chose me for Eternity.

Queen of the Castle

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On our wedding day. I had so much fun twirling in my dress. It was such a wonderful day and I'm so lucky that I found the most perfect man for me.

This was the first time I held both of my twin nephews. It was love at first sight. They are almost 3 now and though some times I miss them this small, I love that I've been able to watch them grow and learn.

My little brother when he left on his mission in April of 2008.

I was a leader at Girl's Camp for a couple years. The last year I went, I got to go rappelling with the 4th years. I'm terrified of heights but I wanted to show the girls that you can conquer your fears. This is me SO thankful to be on the ground again.

Thanksgiving of 2009, my whole family was able to get together and we just soaked up as much time with our nephews as possible. We miss not being close to them, but I talk to my siblings often and love to hear all the stories and adventures.
Me with Grace shortly after she was born. Grace has brought me so much joy. I LOVE being a mom and am so grateful to Grace's birth mother and birth father that they gave me this blessing.

Grace and I have so much fun together. Being a stay at home mom has been such a blast. I love watching Grace grow and learn every day.

Me with Grace right after she was sealed to us for Eternity in the Mesa, AZ Temple. Words cannot describe the feeling of how grateful I am that we are all eternally linked.

This is my favorite picture of us together. It's incredible how someone so little can bring me so much joy.

Being a mother is the greatest blessing I have had on this earth. I thank my Heavenly Father daily for my 2 wonderful children.

I grew up in Gilbert Arizona. Growing up, I was involved in everything. I was in cheerleading, sang in the choir, played Tuba in the band, was in colorguard, participated in soccer, softball, and track and field, was in a musical, taught gymnastics, and enjoyed time with friends. My parents were always there to support me in any activity I chose. My dad was often my coach and mentor. My mom was my chauffeur to all my activities. One particular softball game, my whole family came to watch. My brothers and sister were in the stands yelling “Angee, Angee, she’s a winner! If she doesn’t get a hit, she doesn’t get dinner! WOO.” They were always there to cheer me on and help me laugh a little in the mean time. (I did end up getting a hit).

We are all still very close in spirit though we do not live near each other. My parents currently live in Utah where my dad is an attorney and my mom is serving a part time mission in the Family History Center in Salt Lake. My oldest brother also lives in Utah with his wife and his 2 sons Ethan (5), and Aaron (2). My sister is in Texas with her husband and twin boys (David and Erik - 2) while her husband attends law school. She is also currently expecting another baby (Anna) in the end of July. My sister is one of my best friends and we talk almost daily on the phone. My little brother just finished his mission in Minnesota and is now attending BYU to finish his degree. We love getting together for holidays. Our family is all about laughing and you will at every meal hear the quote “These mashed potatoes are so creamy. Yes, very mashed.”(from While You Were Sleeping). This happens at literally every meal, regardless of whether there are mashed potatoes or not. It always makes us laugh and usually confuses any guests. We are also a pretty musical family. We all play an instrument (mostly Brass instruments) and every Christmas we are together we go caroling around the neighborhood with our instruments.

I am now 26 years old and I am so blessed to be able to have my dream job of being a stay at home mom. I love scrapbooking, photography, reading, making bows, and snuggling with Grace and Joey. I enjoy watching TV and my favorite shows are So You Think You Can Dance, Glee, and Bones. I love to shop and my favorite thing to buy is baby clothes for my kids and shoes for me.

Princess Grace

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Grace in her birth mom's arms just seconds after giving birth. Angee was so blessed to be able to witness Grace's birth and help coach Grace's birth mom along with Grace's birth grandma. The spirit was so strong and there was so much love in that room.

Left to Right: Grace's birth father, Grace's birth mother, Angee holding Grace, and Robby. This was as we were leaving the hospital. We couldn't believe that we were able to bring home a little bundle of joy and though we hated to see Grace's birth mom sad, we knew that she had chosen adoption for a reason, which was love. She loves Grace more than anything in the world. She is truly amazing.

Angee with Grace's birth mother on Mother's day. This was only 5 days after Grace was born and 2 days after placement. Grace's birth mom is such a rockstar!

Grace with her daddy. She is definitely Daddy's little Princess. She has him wrapped around her little finger. He always volunteers for diaper changes and loves getting extra cuddles from her.

This was when she was only 3 weeks old. We love putting flowers or bows in her hair. Anything to make her look as girly as possible.

Grace at 7 weeks. She loves all her Aunties!

Grace and her birth mom at 5 1/2 months. She was able to meet her birth Great Grandparents that day.

Grace on Halloween just shy of 6 months. She is constantly smiling and laughing.

This is Grace in her blessing and sealing outfit. She looked like such a little princess dressed up in her poofy dress.

Grace's birth parents came to support us when Grace was being sealed to us at the temple. Though they waited outside for us, we truly felt their love while in the sealing room. We could not have been more grateful to them on this day. We feel incredibly blessed for their love for Grace and for us.

This is Grace at 8 months. Every month we take a picture with her teddy bear in just her cute little diapers. At placement, we gave her birth parents both the exact same teddy bear so they would always be able to see how big she was compared to it. And so they would have someone to hug when they missed her.

Grace with her bear at 10 months. She's wearing a tutu that Angee made for her. She's always making the funniest expressions. :)

Grace's birthdad came to visit Grace. She's almost 11 months old in this picture. (And very sleepy since it was right before nap time)

This is Grace at 11 months. It was her first time with pig tails. We can't believe how big she is getting!

Grace right before her 1st birthday. We just love those dark brown eyes and giant smile! She has such a special spirit and we frequently have complete strangers come up and tell her how beautiful she is. We can't help but agree.

Grace in her first leotard at 17 months. She just started gymnastics and LOVES it! I love that we can encourage her in all sorts of activities.

Grace with her birth mom and birth dad. We love having an open adoption!!!!

Grace at 17 months. She is definitely showing more of her sweet personality every day. She is constantly making us laugh with her goofy grins and her infectious smile!

Grace was born on May 4, 2010. She was placed into our arms by her birth mother and birth father on May 7, 2010. We have a very open adoption with both birth parents and have frequent visits, send pictures, emails, texts, phone conversations, and many prayers are said on their behalf. We love both of them so much and are so grateful for the love that they have for Grace. Without them, we would not be parents. We love being able to know Grace's extended birth family also and they have all welcomed us into their own families.

Grace has brought more joy to us than we have ever known. She is such a happy little girl and we love her so much. Grace is VERY spoiled by all of her grandparents, aunts, and uncles. She is the first granddaughter on both sides so that has helped with the spoiling. Grace has certainly grown in all of our hearts.

Grace loves to read stories and so we have started having story time several times a day. She will smile and laugh at almost anyone. She loves looking at other babies and will make a great big sister. She loves music, especially when mommy sings to her. She will dance to every type of music by bobbing her head, bouncing up and down, and waving her arms in the air. She amazes us daily on how quickly she is growing. She is already showing her spirited personality and definitely has an opinion on what she likes or doesn't like. When Angee goes shopping with her, she will hold things in front of Grace and Grace will nod and smile at things she likes, and scowl at things she doesn't. She is running EVERYWHERE. She is starting to talk a lot (her favorite words are Mommy, Daddy, Dog, Movie, Ball, Mickey, and Bolt) but she is more interested in signing. She knows over 75 words in sign language and constantly learning more. She also recently started gymnastics and is loving climbing and rolling and swinging. She is a very bright little girl and is always smiling and saying Hi to everyone we see.

She is an amazing big sister. She is so gentle with Joey and is always asking to hold him. If he even starts to pout, she runs over and tries to put his binky in his mouth. She adores all babies but she definitely has a special bond with her "Brudda JoJo". She has to kiss him goodbye anytime she leaves the room. We are so excited to watch their relationship grow as they get bigger.

Nicknames: Gracie, Gracie-Boo, Love Bug, Baby Girl, Boo Bear, Bugaboo, Miss Grace, Daddy's little princess

Joseph Parker

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Joey arrived December 4th, 2011.

Our Castle

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We love to watch movies together. Our first date, after the wedding, we watched 6 together, in a row. We love all kinds of movies though Angee tends to enjoy Disney movies and chick flicks more, while Robby enjoys action and drama (he calls them "thinking" movies). We also love to read together. Angee will read out loud to Robby while we are driving. She even convinced him to like listening to Twilight. Robby loves reading so much and could probably spend 95 percent of his time in a library. He is constantly learning new things and has taught himself how to do so many different things just from reading. He hopes to one day write his own book. Angee is more of a fantasy reader. She loves Anne of Green Gables and Harry Potter and has read them over and over again.

We hope to instill a love of learning in all our children. We already have a small library of children's books and are constantly finding more and more books to add. We love reading every day with Grace and it's one of her favorite times of the day. We have already taught Grace several words in Sign Language. We love being able to communicate with her before she is able to verbally talk. Angee is able to be a stay-at-home mom and loves setting apart time each day for learning. Robby is a web developer and he is currently building his own business so that he can work from home and spend as much time as possible with our family.

We love to go to Disneyland. We go several times a year and just love the magic that Disneyland has. We try to do something new every time we go but we do have our favorite things to do. Robby loves to go and learn to draw the different Disney Characters while Angee loves to watch the parades and fireworks. Robby can't leave the park without riding Space Mountain at least once and Angee could ride Thunder Mountain Railroad 15 times in a row and never be bored.

We both have a love of music. Robby plays the guitar and Angee plays the Tuba and sings. We hope our children will have a love of music, whether they play an instrument, sing, or just love listening to music, that will be fine with us. We also were in sports (Robby in swimming and Angee in an assortment of sports) and cannot wait for them to be able to choose a sport that they love, will work hard at, and be successful in.

The Royal Pooch

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This is our puppy Mika (MEE-kuh). She is half Miniature Poodle, half Shih Tzu, and ALL fluffy. Grace's first word (other than mama or dada) was dog so we knew we had to get one. Grace just adores our little Mika Moo. And Mika loves on Grace. Mika is very gentle and very playful. She was born on March 1st, 2011 and we brought her into our family on April 23rd, just in time for Easter. She is so much fun and we are so happy to have her in our little home.

Want to know More?

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You can read more about us on the links on the right side of our website. We would also love to hear from you. Feel free to send us an email at robbyandangeeadopt@gmail.com. Or we would be happy to instant message you on there too. We would love to get to know you better too and welcome you into our crazy, wonderful life.